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Lee Griffi

Lee Griffi is a freelance journalist who has worked in several Vista Radio markets over the past two and a half years. A graduate of Fanshawe College, his first role in the media was in Stratford at the original CJCS as a newscaster/reporter where he eventually became news director. He moved on to a long career in corporate communications, mainly in health care roles and even ran a retirement home for a year in an interim role. In addition to his work at Vista, Lee writes for a number of newspapers in Southern Ontario. He can be reached at [email protected].

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Stratford Summer Music celebrates a quarter century of entertainment

This year’s edition kicks off with a performance of Carmina Burana by German composer Carl Orff on July 17 at The Avondale. Artistic Director Mark Fewer will conduct the concert, kicking off a month of music and conversation.

AMDSB Director of Education touts balanced budget

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) tabled a balanced budget for the next school year, something the board’s top official said comes from a strong relationship with elected officials...

Building materials company setting up shop in the Festival City

After receiving a minor variance approval from the City of Stratford, SKARB Inc. has announced the construction of a 30,000 square foot industrial manufacturing warehouse. The facility will produce prefabricated...

Stratford teacher retiring after decades-long career

One of Stratford’s most beloved and respected teachers has ended her official teaching career, but education is sure to play a part in her retirement.

Summer shopping extravaganza returns to downtown Stratford

Stratford’s downtown businesses will take to the streets on Saturday, July 12, for the resurrection of Summer Sidewalk Sale Day. The event is hosted by the Downtown Stratford Business Improvement...

McKennitt to kick off seasonal tour in Stratford

Award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter Loreena McKennitt is launching her beloved Under a Winter’s Moon concert in Stratford in December. The performance features carols and tales that blend Celtic, Indigenous and Welsh...

Music and midway: 51 years of Summerfest in St. Marys

Summerfest has been around for 51 years now, but in no way is it getting old. St. Marys Kinsmen Club host from July 3-6 at Milt Dunnell Field, with live...

New owner, new league for Stratford Fighting Irish

The defending Ontario Super Hockey League (OSHL) champions are joining the Northern Premier Hockey League (NPHL). The Stratford Fighting Irish underwent an ownership change mid-season but still managed to win...

All-female band featuring Chuckee Zehr wins London music award

“It was kind of a nice surprise.” That’s how East Zorra-Tavistock’s Chuckee Zehr said after she and her band, SheWolves...

Sunshine and Second Chances Adopt-A-Thon at humane society

The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth (HSKWSP) is gearing up for what it’s calling a special...

Suds will flow at the Rotary Brews and Food Fest

The fifth annual Rotary Brews and Food Fest is being held this Sunday. The Rotary Club of St. Marys hosts the...

Nater sees some good and some bad in Throne Speech

"There are things in it that we have indicated we can work with.” John Nater is the Conservative MP for...

Pride Month gets underway locally with a march and festival

The Festival City is ringing in Pride Month on Sunday with a Pride March and Pride Festival. The day begins...

How prepared are Ontario municipalities in the event of a cyber attack?

Former Stratford mayor warns municipalities at recent OSUM conference According to one expert in the field, it isn’t a matter...

Huron and Perth counties launch new mental health crisis support pathways

Mental health and social service organizations across Huron and Perth have come together to develop service pathways. The move...

U18 Warriors take OHF title in dramatic fashion

Nathan Siebert’s goal in the third overtime period gave the Stratford U18 Warriors hockey team their first Ontario Hockey...

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Ballinran Entertainment celebrates 30 years of telling the stories that matter

The company creates content around the world with "community storytelling to internationally acclaimed documentaries and cultural diplomacy initiatives."

Residents may get a charge out of city council decision on EV stations

Deputy Clerk Audrey Pascual is asking mayor and council for their approval to implement fees for using any of the 14 city-owned Electric Vehicle charging stations.

Beat the heat: Cooling centres activated in Stratford

On social media earlier today, the City of Stratford announced it is opening a cooling centre today and Tuesday at the Stratford Rotary Complex at 353 McCarthy Road West.

International Puppet Festival returns to Stratford this long weekend

It's a four day event where puppeteers from Finland, Spain, Italy, and parts of Canada perform multiple puppetry shows that feature music, dancing, poetry, and storytelling.

Celebrating 50 years of the Avon Trail with a gala dinner

Tom Kimber with the Avon Trail club said 200 members keep an eye on a trail that runs from St. Marys in the west to Conestogo in the east.
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